ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 3 Fall 2023 Questions
Extract:
A client has ataxia.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse notes that a client has ataxia. Which of the following tests should the nurse use to gain more information about this client’s gait?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Romberg is a test that measures balance and proprioception, often impaired in ataxia, providing insight into the client’s gait difficulties.
Extract:
A client who has scabies.
Question 2 of 5
A charge nurse is making a room assignment for a client who has scabies. In which of the following rooms should the nurse place the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A private room is appropriate for this client because it prevents contact transmission of scabies to other clients or staff, requiring dedicated equipment and precautions.
Extract:
A client with diabetes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing for an initial home care visit for a client with diabetes. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Asking how they manage (
A), arranging future visits (
C), and discussing with family (E) foster collaboration and care continuity. Entering the bedroom uninvited (
B) violates privacy, and thanking for arranging (
D) misrepresents the nurse’s role.
Extract:
A client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving the patient extra time to perform activities is appropriate because bradykinesia causes slow movement, and this respects the patient’s autonomy while reducing frustration.
Extract:
A client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
Question 5 of 5
Which intervention is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to implement for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Collecting fingerstick glucose levels is the most important intervention for the PN to implement for a client who is receiving TPN. TPN contains a high concentration of glucose, which can cause hyperglycemia or fluctuations in blood sugar levels.
Therefore, it is essential to monitor the client's glucose levels frequently and adjust the infusion rate or insulin administration accordingly.